Guests say
Harber Scar is a charming, cosy cottage in a superb location for exploring the Yorkshire Dales and the Three Peaks. Guests consistently praise its cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped facilities, with many highlighting the warm, homely atmosphere and thoughtful touches on arrival. The cottage is dog-friendly and ideal for walkers, with beautiful scenery and excellent access to local attractions. While some mention occasional road noise and minor maintenance points, the overwhelmingly positive feedback reflects a welcoming and memorable stay.
Cleanliness is frequently praised, with guests describing the cottage as spotless, immaculate, and well-maintained. No significant negative comments were found regarding cleanliness.
The location is highly rated for its proximity to the Three Peaks, walking routes, and the Settle-Carlisle railway. Some mention road noise and quarry lorries, but most guests found the setting ideal for exploring the Dales.
Guests repeatedly mention the cottage's cosy atmosphere, comfortable beds, and relaxing lounge with a log burner. The cottage is described as warm and homely, with only rare minor comments about heating or showers.
The cottage is well-equipped, with a modern kitchen, wood burner, and amenities for both families and dogs. A few minor suggestions for maintenance and improvements (e.g., garden gate, shower mount) were noted but did not detract from overall satisfaction.
Many guests appreciated thoughtful welcome gifts such as flapjacks, Prosecco, milk, and dog treats. While these gestures are frequently mentioned, please note that such gifts are not guaranteed with every stay.
About this property
A delightful, 300-year old, stone-built terraced cottage, in the very heart of the pretty Dales village of Horton-in-Ribblesdale, home of the famous Three Peaks, 6 miles from Settle. A delightful Three Peaks cottage, set across the road from one of the village's two traditional pubs, the cottage retains much original character, with wonderful beamed ceilings, a feature stone fireplace with warming multi fuel stove, and three cosy bedrooms, creating a very special atmosphere which exudes olde worlde charm. Outside this Three Peaks cottage, the spacious lawned garden is ideal for dining alfresco, and boasts a babbling brook and lovely views of the surrounding countryside.
The famous Settle-Carlisle Railway line, which passes over the magnificent Ribblehead Viaduct, is just a 5 minute walk from this Three Peaks cottage, whilst the market towns of Settle and Skipton are nearby. Various walks can be enjoyed from the doorstep on the Pennine Way and in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, while the more energetic visitor can 'clock in' at the village's Pen-y-Ghent cafe and take on the challenge of the Three Peaks walk! A wonderful Three Peaks cottage for a holiday in the Dales.
Horton-in-Ribblesdale sits in the Yorkshire Dales National Park and has a lovely Norman church and two pubs. The surrounding countryside is magnificent, offering the ideal location for fell walking, with the famous Three Peaks Walk, Pen-Y-Ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough offering some of the most challenging walks in the country. The Settle-Carlisle Railway passes through the village and passes some of the most beautiful scenery in the country. The nearby town of Settle offers a wide variety of pubs and restaurants whilst the market square features the Shambles, an historic 3-storey building with shops on two levels and houses above, and the Town Hall.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x king sized double, 1 x twin, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room with multi fuel stove.
Hallway with outdoor clothes/boot space.
Storage panel heaters with multi fuel stove in sitting room.
Electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with FreeSat, DVD, radio/CD, WiFi, selection of books and DVDs.
Fuel, power and starter pack for multi fuel stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair on request.
Off road parking for one car (in pub car park).
Spacious shared enclosed garden with furniture.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 6 miles, pub 1 min walk.
Reviews (87)
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Emma
If I could suggest a washing line that would have been ideal . Running and walking the fells meant a lot of washing was generated and the weather was lovely . Thatâs just a tiny thing and certainly wouldnât want to be negative as itâs a super cottage .
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Helen
It would be difficult to imagine anywhere more convenient to explore this beautiful corner of the Dales. The cottage has everything you could possibly need, very well equipped kitchen with large fridge freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. The bed is very comfortable as are the sofa and chairs in the living room. The cottage was very clean on arrival, and the very moreish flapjack was a very nice touch, as was the Prosecco. The Crown opposite the cottage is now looking so much smarter since take over , I didnât find any trouble parking in front of the cottage even during the pubs opening hours and didnât have any concerns with noise from the pub. The cottage garden was secure for my dog, neither was I concerned about traffic noise from the adjacent road, yes there are Lorrieâs going to the quarry throughout the day but I didnât find it intrusive, due to thick walls you can hardly hear them in the cottage. All in all one of my favourite places to stay, I really didnât want to come home.
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Andy
Really comfy lounge and a lovely garden. Kitchen well equipped. Bedrooms spacious. Shower mount probably needs updating as no longer compatible with shower head so makes for somewhat disappointing shower. Presume the TV is new, but means it's no longer compatible with the DVD player and all the DVDs provided! Not a problem but just an FYI!